Belarus’ Academy of Sciences sees great potential in cooperation with Russia’s Komi Republic

MINSK, 27 April (BelTA) - Vladimir Karanik, Chairman of the Presidium of the National Academy of Sciences of Belarus, met with a delegation from Russia’s Komi Republic led by Government Chairman Dmitry Bratynenko, BelTA learned from the National Academy of Sciences.

The parties discussed promising areas of cooperation, including in mechanical engineering, agriculture, and biotechnology, as well as the possibility of supplying equipment for processing mineral raw materials under low-temperature conditions.

Vladimir Karanik noted the high potential for cooperation, emphasizing the importance of open dialogue for the successful implementation of any projects and planned initiatives.

In turn, Dmitry Bratynenko stated that in a rapidly changing world, it is important to preserve not only economic but also cultural ties, as well as a shared historical heritage.

In 2023, the Research Center for Animal Husbandry of the National Academy of Sciences of Belarus and the Institute for Retraining and Advanced Training of Agricultural Workers of the Komi Republic signed an agreement on scientific cooperation. From 2023 to 2026, mutual consultations were conducted on various areas of animal husbandry, including feeding, selection and breeding, housing technologies, and the use of DNA and biotechnologies.

Photos by the National Academy of Sciences of Belarus